Install The Plumbing - Standard - Kallista P50047-G5 Installation Instructions Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Cement or Mortar Bed Method
NOTICE: Do not use gypsum cement or drywall compound, as these materials will not provide a durable bond.
Only use cement or mortar.
 Spread a 2" (51 mm) thick layer of cement or mortar on the subfl oor except where the support blocks will
be located.
 Clear any cement or mortar away from the support block locations.
 Place a plastic liner or similar material over the cement or mortar.
 With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area. Make sure the blower motor control and
support blocks do not rest in the bed material.
 Verify the support blocks are resting directly on the subfl oor. Reposition or shim as needed.
 Verify the bath is level across the top. If the bath is not level, shims must be used under the support blocks.
 Remove the protective tape from the rim.
 Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath. Allow the sealant to cure
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Construction Adhesive Method
 Apply a generous amount of high-quality construction adhesive to the bottom of the support blocks.
 With help, carefully move the bath into the installation area.
 Verify the support blocks are resting directly on the subfl oor. Reposition or shim as needed.
 Verify the bath is level across the top. If the bath is not level, shims must be used under the support blocks.
 Remove the protective tape from the rim.
 Apply a continuous bead of silicone sealant around the entire rim of the bath. Allow the sealant to cure
according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CAUTION: Risk of property damage. A watertight seal must exist on all bath drain connections. The
watertight seal will prevent property damage.
NOTE: To simplify future maintenance, provide access to all plumbing connections.
 Loosely make connections between the bath and overfl ow and the drain to the bath. Confi rm locations and
adjust as needed.
 Tighten connections between the bath and overfl ow, drain to bath, and drain assembly to trap according to
the drain manufacturer's instructions.
 Confi rm drain assembly connections are snug according to the drain manufacturer's instructions.
 Install the faucet valving according to the faucet manufacturer's instructions. Do not install the faucet trim at
this time.
 Open the hot and cold water supplies. Check all connections for leaks.
 Fill the bath to the overflow. Check the drain connections for leaks. Repair as needed.
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SECURE THE BATH TO THE SUBFLOOR - STANDARD (CONT.)

5. INSTALL THE PLUMBING - STANDARD

60" x 32" Acrylic Air Bath
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Service Department at 1-888-4-KALLISTA (1-888-452-5547) or kallista.com.